Steelhead’s American-Made Handgun Lockers & Lockboxes Accommodate Modern Duty Guns

Shakopee, MN (July 31, 2026) More Made-in-USA handgun storage options to secure modern duty guns are now available from Steelhead Outdoors. The line includes innovatively engineered, stackable vertical and horizontal door handgun lockers, portable lockboxes and beefy tethering cables.Built to accommodate modern duty guns with lights and optics, as well as a backup gun, Steelhead lockers can replace and update smaller lockers installed in sallyport areas.

Steelhead Outdoors Vertical Door Handgun Lockers stack easily without doors interfering with adjacent lockers. The simplified design which allows for wall mounting and stacking is meant to be expandable as needed. Or use the locker to store ammo within a safe or near a safe. The handgun locker features the same high security key lock found on Steelhead’s HD Key Lock Boxes. Steelhead’s Vertical Door Handgun Locker is laser cut, formed, welded, powder coated and assembled in Shakopee, MN. Please note that some lock components are imported. Now, you can have a professional firearm storage system at suggested retail price of $175 USD* per locker. Free shipping is available to the lower 48 states.

Steelhead Outdoors has also engineered a large, horizontal handgun locker based on the needs of local law enforcement agencies. Read more

CNC Firearms Marlin Trapper 1894 Razor Boar 10mm—A Sports South Exclusive

The Marlin Trapper 1894 10mm Razor Boar, a Custom & Collectable Firearms exclusive, is now in stock through Sports South. This limited-edition lever-action rifle pairs classic American design with refined custom detailing and is produced in a run of only 300 sequentially numbered rifles. Chambered in 10mm, the Razor Boar combines compact handling, rugged construction, and distinctive collector appeal.

Made in America and built on the respected Marlin 1894 platform, this rifle features a 16.5-inch cold hammer-forged, threaded barrel with a polished stainless-steel finish. A black laminate stock and forend provide a bold contrast, while sharp checkering offers a secure grip and improved control. Read more

SnapSafe Trunk Safe: Security Made for Vehicles

Grand Island, NE – Transporting firearms and valuables presents unique challenges, which SnapSafe® has thoroughly addressed to ensure the safety and security of those on the move. The SnapSafe® Trunk Safe II is designed to meet the highest standards, offering peace of mind on the road.

A mobile safe built to the highest quality without sacrificing dependability or secure access is needed by anyone who travels with firearms, tools, important documents, or other valuables. The SnapSafe Trunk Safe II is built with a heavy-duty 13-gauge steel exterior and a robust six gauge steel door with eight interlocking lugs.

Made to be right at home in the trunk of a car, the cargo area of an SUV, or an RV, the SnapSafe Trunk Safe II utilizes internal hinges and premium gas shocks for smooth operation and access. The digital lock has a keyed backup and can be programmed with a 3 to 8-digit access code.

The need for quality security doesn’t go away when leaving the driveway. Having safe, secure, and dependable storage on the road is just as critical as in the home. Put the SnapSafe Trunk Safe II to work and solve the unique challenges of transporting firearms and valuables by keeping belongings out of sight while maintaining easy access.

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Smith & Wesson Introduces America 250 Limited-Edition Model 642 and Model 66 Revolvers

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, today announced the launch of two limited-edition models commemorating America’s 250th anniversary: the Smith & Wesson Model 642 and Model 66 Combat Magnum® America 250 revolvers.

The Smith & Wesson Model 642 America 250 Limited Edition commemorates America’s 250th anniversary while delivering the proven reliability and concealability of the iconic J-Frame platform. Chambered in .38 Special +P with a 1.875-inch stainless steel barrel and 5-round capacity, this lightweight revolver is designed for personal defense and everyday carry. Its enclosed hammer and double-action-only trigger create a smooth, snag-free profile for fast, consistent draws.

Exclusive America 250 details include a USA 250 laser-engraved side plate, an enhanced blue synthetic boot grip, and a distinctive red thumb piece, giving the revolver standout collectible appeal. Built with a no-lock aluminum alloy frame, the revolver weighs just 14.4 ounces and measures 1.3 inches wide and 6.31 inches long, while its low-profile serrated ramp front sight and fixed-notch rear sight enable quick target acquisition. The Model 642 America 250 combines distinctive styling with practical performance and proven reliability.

The Model 66 Combat Magnum America 250 Limited Edition blends classic heritage with versatile magnum performance. Built on the renowned K-Frame platform, it is chambered in both .357 Magnum and .38 Special +P, allowing shooters to tailor recoil and performance to their needs. The 2.75-inch stainless steel barrel, 6-round capacity, and double-action/single-action trigger provide enhanced versatility, offering the choice of rapid double-action function or a lighter, more precise single-action trigger pull.

Designed for both collectors and avid shooters, the Model 66 features a USA 250 laser-engraved side plate, textured blue synthetic grip, a serrated ramp front sight with red insert, and a fully adjustable rear sight for greater accuracy and customization. Performance-enhancing features such as the ball detent lockup and full-length extractor rod contribute to reliable operation and durability. Also constructed with a no-lock aluminum alloy frame, this revolver weighs 33.5 ounces and measures 1.56 inches wide and 7.8 inches long. The Model 66 Combat Magnum America 250 delivers commemorative appeal alongside exceptional shootability and caliber flexibility. Read more

One Horse Expands Express Series with Two Factory-Tuned 10.5-Inch Pistols

The One Horse Express Pistols (MLOK and Quad Rail) bring Atrius Development Group’s Forced Reset Selector to compact, purpose-built 5.56 platforms

BROWNSTOWN, Ind. — One Horse today announced the expansion of the One Horse Express Series with two factory-tuned 10.5-inch pistols chambered in 5.56 NATO. The Express Pistol MLOK and Express Pistol Quad Rail carry the factory-installed, factory-tuned approach introduced with the original 16-inch One Horse Express Rifle into a compact platform.

Both models will debut July 30 during GOALS Range Day, the media and industry live-fire event held ahead of Gun Owners of America’s Gun Owners Advocacy and Leadership Summit, or GOALS, in Des Moines, Iowa. The summit runs Aug. 1-2 at the Iowa Events Center and One Horse is Booth #3142. Read more

Safari Club International and Partners Move to Halt Catalina Island Mule Deer Eradication Pending Outcome of Litigation

Today, Safari Club International (“SCI”) and its litigation partners asked the Los Angeles County Superior Court to block any shooting of mule deer on Santa Catalina Island while their challenge to the legality of the deer-eradication plan proceeds. SCI’s involvement in this case is supported by the non-profit SCI Center for Conservation Law and Education.

Earlier this year, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife bypassed full environmental review and approved a permit for the Catalina Island Conservancy to implement the Catalina Island Restoration Project, a multi-phase effort that purports to use deer eradication and habitat manipulation to restore “native” species to the island.

The project is scheduled to begin baiting and shooting deer in September 2026. Accordingly, SCI and its partners have requested the Court preserve the status quo before irreversible action begins. Read more

Elite Archery Unveils the Victra 40 Target Bow at the ASA Classic

Elite Archery, a leader in performance-driven bow design, proudly announces the Victra 40, a purpose-built target bow debuting at the ASA Classic on July 30. An evolution of the acclaimed Victra platform, the Victra 40 extends axle-to-axle length to a full 40″ for serious shooters who demand maximum stability, forgiveness, and precision from the practice range to the podium. Reach out to your Elite Sales Representative to stock your shelves with the latest from Elite, or click here to become a dealer and offer your customers the latest in archery performance!

“The Victra has quickly become a favorite on the line, and the Victra 40 answers the call from shooters who wanted that same shootability in a longer, more forgiving target platform,” said Josh Sidebottom, COO of The Outdoor Group. “At a full 40 inches axle-to-axle with our SPX2 Cam System and Elite Micro Splitters, the Victra 40 delivers the stability and tunability competitive archers need to shoot their best when it matters most.”

An Evolution of the Victra Platform

Building on the 37.5″ Victra that redefined Elite’s target lineup, the Victra 40 stretches to a full 40″ axle-to-axle with a forgiving 7 1/2″ brace height and a 45.3° string angle—giving archers a longer, steadier hold and a more comfortable anchor. Anchored by Elite’s SPX2 Cam System, VX Mods, R.A.C. System, and all-new Micro Splitters, the Victra 40 pairs next-level tunability with the Precision Grip, S.E.T. Technology, and a wide 26.5″–32″ draw range so shooters can dial in their ideal setup with ease. Read more

Long Live Michigan’s Sturgeon!

A spawning lake sturgeon in the Sturgeon River in Baraga County.Lake sturgeon lifespans may be even longer than we thought

By EDWARD BAKER, PhD., Marquette Fisheries Research Station manager and MARCEE WARDELL, communications specialist, Fisheries Division, Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Lake sturgeon: the living fossils.

They’ve earned this moniker not only because they first appeared in the fossil record at least 100 million years ago or because their bony scutes give them a dino-like appearance, but because of their long lives.

According to previous research, lake sturgeon (Acipenser fulvescens) have a lifespan of up to 150 years.

A close-up of a lake sturgeon captured for egg collection and tagging in the Sturgeon River in Baraga County.But a new study published by researchers from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Michigan State University, Michigan Technological University and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources suggests that lake sturgeon may live longer than previously thought — much longer. Read more

Michigan DNR announces adjusted hours at four managed waterfowl areas

Waterfowl hunting at Fish Point

July 30, 2026

Increased costs, reduced staffing result in changes for fall 2026 season

Decreasing revenues, increasing costs from inflation and years of deferred maintenance on critical infrastructure have prompted the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to adjust hours at four managed waterfowl areas this fall.

The change will mean fewer daily draw opportunities for hunters. Reserved hunts will continue as planned, and all changes will take effect after the 2026 duck season opening weekends.

“We have shielded our managed waterfowl areas from the impact of budget constraints over the last several years because of the value of these places, but we can’t afford to do that anymore,” DNR Director Scott Bowen said. “Highly engaged hunting communities often help steward these areas, and their contributions have driven our commitment to maintain services at a time of revenue declines. However, the truth is that we can no longer sustain the same amount of service with reduced staffing levels statewide.” Read more

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